Artwork on new bridge comes from artist with Roanoke roots Gene Marrano March 26, 2019 1 min read FB photo Mural artist Tucker Mara grew up in Roanoke, went to Patrick Henry High School and now lives in New York City. He was selected to design the artwork now adorning panels on the new Franklin Road Bridge. About the Author Gene Marrano Editor Author's posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Peregrine falcons make urban comeback in VirginiaNext: Tech has first NCAA wrestling champ; Liberty forward on NCAA tourney Related Stories 1 min read Arthur Taubman’s legacy now enshrined on roadside historical marker Gene Marrano July 23, 2025 1 min read Virginia Dems call out Lt. Gov Winsome Earle-Sears during Roanoke Rally Clark Palmer July 23, 2025 1 min read Guys and Dolls, Leaving Iowa debut this weekend; FloydFest ’25 is here Gene Marrano July 23, 2025